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Blog Mental Wellness

I feel like something is stuck in my throat | Globus sensation / Foreign body sensation in throat

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최연승 6/30/2025

Blog Women's Health

Menstrual Pain Painkillers Can't Relieve: What If There's an Internal Blockage? | Songdo Menstrual Pain

Hello, this is Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. Today, we'll be learning about alder fruit. Alder fruit is the fruit of the alder tree, which belongs to the maple family. Resembling a chestnut bur, alder fruit is round, measures about 1.5 to 2.5 cm in diameter, and has a reddish-brown appearance. For medicinal purposes, it is known as 'Orija' and is used after being decocted. Alder fruit offers several beneficial effects. Its benefits include diuretic effects, anti-inflammatory properties, fever reduction, and relief from diarrhea. 1. Good for diuretic action. Alder fruit helps eliminate waste products and toxins accumulated in the body. By promoting diuretic action, it is beneficial for alleviating edema. 2. Good for inflammation relief. Alder fruit possesses excellent anti-inflammatory effects, making it helpful for various inflammatory conditions. 3. Good for antipyretic action. Alder fruit helps to reduce body heat, making it beneficial for antipyretic action. 4. Good for diarrhea relief. Alder fruit helps regulate bowel movements and aids in alleviating diarrhea symptoms. Precautions for Consuming Alder Fruit While alder fruit has no specific side effects, excessive consumption may lead to diarrhea or abdominal pain, so it's advisable to take an appropriate amount. Additionally, pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid consumption. If you have a specific medical condition or are taking medication, it is best to consult with a specialist before consuming. Thus, today we've learned about alder fruit. Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic will always do its utmost for your health. Thank you.

최연승 6/29/2025

Blog Mental Wellness

What to Do If You Suddenly Collapse as Everything Goes Dark? | Vasovagal Syncope

What if you suddenly faint with darkness before your eyes? | Vasovagal Syncope Hello. This is Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Hospital....

최연승 6/29/2025

Blog Digestive Disorders

Causes of Frequent Flatulence | Incheon Abdominal Bloating

Hello, this is Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. Today, we'd like to talk about herbal medicine for relieving morning sickness in pregnant women. Morning sickness in pregnant women is one of the commonly occurring symptoms. It usually begins in early pregnancy and disappears around 12-14 weeks, but some mothers suffer from morning sickness until just before childbirth. Morning sickness can manifest in various ways, from mild nausea to severe vomiting. In severe cases, it can lead to dehydration, weight loss, and nutritional deficiencies. While morning sickness does not directly harm the fetus, it can significantly reduce the mother's quality of life and cause stress, making the pregnancy period difficult. Most morning sickness naturally subsides, but if it is severe enough to disrupt daily life, active management is necessary. Generally, the following methods are recommended for alleviating morning sickness: <ol> <li>Eat small, frequent meals</li> <li>Avoid greasy or spicy foods</li> <li>Drink ginger tea or peppermint tea</li> <li>Get enough rest</li> <li>Get some fresh air</li> </ol> However, despite these efforts, if morning sickness is severe and makes daily life difficult, Korean medicine treatment can be considered. At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we prescribe herbal medicine to alleviate morning sickness in pregnant women. The herbal medicine is formulated according to the individual's constitution and symptoms, and it has the effect of suppressing vomiting, promoting digestion, and replenishing energy. Furthermore, it is carefully prepared to be safe for consumption during pregnancy. In particular, Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic's morning sickness relief herbal medicine uses GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) certified herbal ingredients that have passed safety inspections by the U.S. FDA, further enhancing its safety and efficacy. This is our effort to provide safe treatment for both mother and fetus. If you are having a difficult time with morning sickness, don't struggle alone; please visit Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. Through personalized treatment tailored to your individual symptoms, we will help you have a comfortable and healthy pregnancy. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at any time. Thank you.

최연승 6/28/2025

Blog 통증/신경 클리닉

Ear fullness despite "normal" test results | Patulous Eustachian Tube

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최연승 6/28/2025

Blog Women's Health

My Body Changed After Childbirth | Songdo Postpartum Syndrome

Hello, this is Baeknokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. Are you taking good care of your health in this cold winter? In cold and dry weather like these days, skin tends to easily dry out and itching often worsens. Especially for those suffering from atopic dermatitis, extra caution is needed. Today, let's learn about how to manage atopic dermatitis in winter. What is Atopic Dermatitis? Atopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease caused by a complex interaction of genetic and environmental factors. It usually begins in infancy and early childhood, repeatedly improving or worsening as one grows, and sometimes continues into adulthood. Key symptoms include severe itching, dry skin, eczema, and skin scaling, characterized by a pattern of repeated worsening and improvement. In severe cases, it can cause skin infections or sleep disturbances, leading to significant discomfort in daily life. Winter Atopic Dermatitis Management Methods Winter is a particularly challenging season for atopic dermatitis patients because dry weather and cold winds can easily weaken the skin barrier. Here are some tips for managing atopic dermatitis in winter. 1. Thoroughly Manage Moisturizing During winter, skin dryness intensifies, so it's important to keep the skin moisturized by consistently using moisturizers. It is best to apply moisturizer within 3 minutes after showering, and reapply it multiple times throughout the day. 2. Maintain Indoor Humidity It is advisable to maintain indoor humidity at 50-60% by using a humidifier or hanging wet towels. A dry environment can worsen atopic dermatitis. 3. Shower with Lukewarm Water Hot water can make the skin even drier, so it's best to take short showers with lukewarm water. After showering, gently pat your skin dry with a soft towel and apply moisturizer. 4. Wear Cotton Clothing It's best to reduce skin irritation by wearing soft, breathable clothes made of cotton or similar materials. Wool or synthetic fibers can irritate the skin and cause itching, so it's best to avoid them. 5. Manage Stress Stress is one of the main causes that can worsen atopic dermatitis. It is important to manage stress through sufficient rest, sleep, and regular exercise. At Baeknokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we focus on improving one's constitution and strengthening immunity for the fundamental treatment of atopic dermatitis. We help alleviate skin symptoms, prevent recurrence, and restore healthy skin through treatments such as herbal medicine, acupuncture, and pharmacopuncture. If you are suffering from atopic dermatitis in winter, don't hesitate to visit Baeknokdam Korean Medicine Clinic for a professional consultation. We are always committed to doing our best for the healthy lives of our patients.

최연승 6/27/2025

Blog Head & Face Clinic

What Causes Headaches Accompanied by Hyperacusis? | Migraine

안녕하세요. 백록담 한의원 입니다. Mental illnesses are sometimes referred to as a "cold of the mind," but it's difficult to consider them as mere fleeting symptoms that pass like a common cold. In particular, mental illnesses such as schizophrenia can worsen over time and become more challenging to treat, making early diagnosis and treatment extremely important. While many patients suffer from mental illnesses, social prejudice and stigma often lead them to miss timely treatment or feel compelled to hide their condition. Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic aims to help all those suffering from mental illness, despite these difficulties, find the courage to seek treatment and reclaim a healthy life. Today, we will delve into schizophrenia, one of these mental illnesses. What is schizophrenia, and what symptoms does it present? Schizophrenia is one of the most prominent mental illnesses caused by brain dysfunction. It was formerly known as *Jeongsinbunyeoljeung* (정신분열증), but its name was changed to schizophrenia in 2011 to improve the negative perception of the illness. Patients with schizophrenia experience a diminished ability to distinguish between reality and unreality, exhibiting abnormalities in overall mental functions such as thought, emotion, and behavior, leading to significant difficulties in daily life. Key symptoms include: 1. Delusions These are firmly held, abnormal and unrealistic beliefs about oneself or the surrounding world. For example, symptoms may include believing someone is trying to harm them or that they possess special abilities. 2. Hallucinations These are sensory experiences of seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not actually present. The most common form is auditory hallucinations, where individuals often hear sounds or voices that others cannot. 3. Disorganized Thought and Speech The flow of thought is irregular and confused, making logical conversation difficult. Symptoms include rambling or repeating meaningless words. 4. Disorganized Behavior This includes repetitive actions without purpose, inappropriate emotional expressions, and neglect of hygiene, among other abnormal behaviors. 5. Negative Symptoms These are symptoms where normal mental functions are diminished, presenting as apathy, avolition (lack of motivation), social withdrawal, anhedonia (loss of pleasure), and reduced emotional expression. These symptoms can vary from patient to patient and may also change over time. If you suspect symptoms of schizophrenia, please do not hesitate to visit Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic for an accurate diagnosis and treatment. In our next post, we will explore the causes and treatment methods of schizophrenia in more detail.

최연승 6/27/2025

Blog Mental Wellness

Shingles: The Aftermath Is More Frightening Than the Outbreak Itself | Songdo Post-Shingles Complications

안녕하세요 백록담한의원입니다. 오늘은 어른들뿐만 아니라 젊은층에서도 나타날 수 있는 관절염에 대해 알려드리려고 해요. <div class="se-module se-module-image"><a target="_blank" href="https://blog.naver.com/baengnokdam_k/223363070477" class="se-module-text-link"> <div class="se-module-text">관절염은 관절에 염증이 생기는 모든 질환을 의미해요.</div> <img src="https://search.pstatic.net/common/?src=http%3A%2F%2Fblogfiles.naver.net%2FMjAyNTAyMjRfMjMw%2FMDAxNzA4NzgyMjQ1NDg5.1r9H02H5cE6i9fQf4m0-s5TfE47rO04t234uVvXQYvkg.nBv-jV1mK6l4D4_P9M1g_G_p1E0eTj1E7gN-3JgK54Qg.JPEG.baengnokdam_k%2F_%25B0%25B3%25B7%25CE%25BA%25EC_%25BA%25A5%25B7%25CE%25B4%25E2_%25C7%25D1%25C0%25CC%25BF%25F8_%25B1%25D7%25B8%25AE%25B9%25F8_%25B0%25A1%25B1%25DB%25B7%25F0_%25C0%25DA%25B0%25DD%25C3%25DF.jpg&type=sc960_832" width="600" height="600" alt="관절염자가진단"> <div class="se-module se-module-text">퇴행성 관절염은 나이가 들면서 관절 연골이 닳아 없어지거나 손상되어 발생하는 것으로 류마티스 관절염은 자가면역질환의 일종으로 면역체계가 자신의 관절을 공격하여 발생하는 것입니다.</div> <div class="se-module se-module-text">관절염이 발생하면 통증과 함께 관절 부위의 뻣뻣함, 부기, 열감 등이 나타날 수 있어요.</div> <div class="se-module se-module-image"><a target="_blank" href="https://blog.naver.com/baengnokdam_k/223363070477" class="se-module-text-link"> <div class="se-module-text">초기에 치료하지 않으면 만성 통증으로 이어지거나 관절 변형, 기능 장애까지 발생할 수 있으니 조기에 정확한 진단과 치료를 받는 것이 중요합니다.</div> <img src="https://search.pstatic.net/common/?src=http%3A%2F%2Fblogfiles.naver.net%2FMjAyNTAyMjRfMzEg%2FMDAxNzA4NzgyNDUzNjgw.8i9l3oOa7vG1B1gX3l71729x-k8uP245W9o_0o3o1Qkg.fJ15_eU2K90tS430w_7-8Rk18mK69HqN8Jz_e3S57Iwg.JPEG.baengnokdam_k%2F_%25B0%25B3%25B7%25CE%25BA%25EC_%25BA%25A5%25B7%25CE%25B4%25E2_%25C7%25D1%25C0%25CC%25BF%25F8_%25B1%25D7%25B8%25AE%25B9%25F8_%25B0%25A1%25B1%25DB%25B7%25F0_%25C4%25A7_%25C3%25DF%25B7%25E1.jpg&type=sc960_832" width="600" height="600" alt="관절염 치료"> <div class="se-module se-module-text">백록담한의원에서는 관절염 치료를 위해 침, 뜸, 부항, 한약 등의 한방치료를 진행하고 있습니다.</div> <div class="se-module se-module-text">또한, 환자의 상태에 따라 도수치료, 물리치료, 보존치료 등 양방치료를 병행하기도 합니다.</div> <div class="se-module se-module-text">관절염 치료는 수술적 치료도 있지만, 수술은 최후의 수단으로 고려되어야 하며, 가능한 한 보존적 치료를 통해 통증을 완화하고 관절 기능을 회복하는 것이 중요해요.</div> <div class="se-module se-module-image"><a target="_blank" href="https://blog.naver.com/baengnokdam_k/223363070477" class="se-module-text-link"> <div class="se-module-text">백록담한의원에서는 관절염 치료에 대한 풍부한 경험과 노하우를 바탕으로 환자 개개인의 증상과 상태에 맞는 맞춤형 치료를 제공하고 있습니다.</div> <img src="https://search.pstatic.net/common/?src=http%3A%2F%2Fblogfiles.naver.net%2FMjAyNTAyMjRfNjcg%2FMDAxNzA4NzgyNjY5Mjg5.9rP-6tP_0_vJ8m2eJ9kE4N2s16QkS_z-x052e00B66sg.pI9Jc-FhG_1f8mRzM-gJc93nC0Wn-40l6vQ6T20KxHog.JPEG.baengnokdam_k%2F_%25B0%25B3%25B7%25CE%25BA%25EC_%25BA%25A5%25B7%25CE%25B4%25E2_%25C7%25D1%25C0%25CC%25BF%25F8_%25B1%25D7%25B8%25AE%25B9%25F8_%25B0%25A1%25B1%25DB%25B7%25F0_%25C7%25D1%25B9%25FD%25C3%25DF%25B7%25E1.jpg&type=sc960_832" width="600" height="600" alt="관절염 한방치료"> <div class="se-module se-module-text">관절염으로 인해 고통받고 있다면, 백록담한의원에 내원하여 정확한 진단과 효과적인 치료를 받아보시는 것을 추천해 드립니다.</div> <div class="se-module se-module-text">감사합니다.</div>

최연승 6/26/2025

Blog Skin Conditions

Why Hives Appear on the Face | Songdo Hives

Hello, this is Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic... (Content continues with explanation about facial urticaria, causes, and related medical information)

최연승 6/26/2025

Blog Women's Health

Man with fever rising to the head and fatigue? | Incheon Male Menopause Symptoms

Feeling heat rising to the head and fatigued men? | Incheon Male Menopause Symptoms Hello. This is Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Hospital....

최연승 6/26/2025

Blog Skin Conditions

My face feels flushed | Incheon Facial Flushing & Rosacea

안녕하세요 백록담한의원 입니다. 오늘은 morning sickness in pregnant women에 대해 이야기 해보려고 합니다. Morning sickness, which any pregnant woman can experience! It is a physiological phenomenon that appears in early pregnancy, usually starting from 5-6 weeks of pregnancy and naturally disappearing between 14-16 weeks. Of course, due to individual differences, some mothers experience morning sickness until delivery. Symptoms of Morning Sickness General morning sickness includes nausea, vomiting, and indigestion, but occasionally, suffering from hyperemesis gravidarum can lead to dehydration and malnutrition in severe cases. Hyperemesis gravidarum may require hospitalization if symptoms are severe. Herbal Medicine Treatment for Morning Sickness At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we provide Korean medicine treatment for mothers suffering from morning sickness. For morning sickness, as Western medicine does not offer a clear cure, many people consider Korean medicine treatment. At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we prescribe customized herbal medicine tailored to each mother's constitution and symptoms, alleviating morning sickness symptoms and promoting the mother's health. Safety of Herbal Medicine for Morning Sickness Many of you may be concerned about pregnant women taking herbal medicine. At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we only use clean herbal ingredients certified by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS), ensuring safe consumption of our herbal medicine. Furthermore, we directly decoct them in our in-clinic decoction room, managing them so you can consume them with even greater peace of mind. If you are suffering from morning sickness, please visit Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic for a consultation! Thank you.

최연승 6/25/2025

Blog 통증/신경 클리닉

Lower Abdominal Pain, Achy or Stabbing?

안녕하세요 백록담한의원 입니다. 오늘은 고려수지침에 대해 소개해드리려고 합니다. Koryo Hand Therapy is one of the alternative therapies developed in Korea by Dr. Yoo Tae-woo, which involves stimulating specific points on the hand to promote overall body health. The hand is connected to all organs of the body, to the extent that it's often called a microcosm of our physical being. Therefore, simply by stimulating the hand, it can help prevent and treat various conditions. Koryo Hand Therapy has the advantage of being very safe with virtually no side effects. Furthermore, it can be done easily anytime, anywhere without special tools, making it ideal for consistent practice in daily life. The main benefits of Koryo Hand Therapy are as follows: - Pain relief (headaches, back pain, stiff shoulders, etc.) - Improved digestive function - Stress relief and mind-body stability - Strengthened immunity - Improved blood circulation - Management of chronic conditions (diabetes, high blood pressure, etc.) At Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we offer Koryo Hand Therapy treatments to help promote the health of our patients. If you have more questions about Koryo Hand Therapy or if you need pain relief or health management, please feel free to contact Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic anytime.

최연승 6/25/2025

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